1956 DKW Munga vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 225 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 DKW Munga will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | 500 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
